Chesapeake Oyster Bisque

* Exported from MasterCook *

CHESAPEAKE OYSTER BISQUE

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Serving Size : 24 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 qt Oysters
1 Bay leaves
2 Onions
2 Celery stalks
1/2 c Butter
1/4 c Flour
1/2 ts Salt
1/4 ts White pepper
1 pt Cream
1/4 c Sherry

Slice onions. Dice celery. Drain oysters and save
liquid. Oysters may be chopped or left whole as
desired. Add water to oyster liquid to make 1 qt. In
stock pot, combine bay leaf, one onion, and bay leaf
and simmer for about 1 hour uncovered. Remove from
heat; allow to cool for about 1 hour, strain, and set
aside. In butter, saute remaining onion and celery;
cook for about 5 minutes or till pale in color. Add
flour and stir well, but DO NOT BROWN. Add some
strained oyster stock: stir well tp prevent lumps from
forming. Add remaining stock and heat till hot and
thickened (about 10-15 minutes). Add oysters and
cream. Heat about 5 minutes more. Add sherry and ladle
into serving bowls and garnish with chopped parsley.



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